Casual Vacancies – Book Manufacturing - Production & Distribution Operative Roles –

Job Description

Operate and maintain production equipment to maximize "up time" for production in accordance with the operation and manufacturing instructions. Production equipment and workstations include: printer, book binders, trimmer and laminators.

• Operates production equipment including printers, binders and trimmers to achieve shift production volume and meet safety and quality standards as required.
• Must be able to operate a minimum of two workstations as assigned.
• Executes timely re-supply of raw materials while operating production equipment.
• Perform preliminary quality control checks according to SOP's.
• Notifies manager / senior and/or specialist when equipment is not operating effectively.
• Clean and perform preventative maintenance on production equipment.
• Cross-functional to work in other operations departments as needed e.g. Shipping

To assist and undertake duties in all aspects of goods inwards, production, distribution and shipping, to provide a first class service to the site facility and LS AUS customers.

• Manage goods inwards/outwards
• Receive goods inwards and forward to the recipient/department in accordance with procedures
• Packaging and dispatch of books to customer outlets
• Ship goods outwards ensuring that they are clearly labelled and addressed correctly
• Ensure returned books are notified to Client Services
• Monitor and report necessary replenishment of supplies
• Maintain housekeeping in distribution, goods inwards, loading bay area
• Work to set procedures in accordance with quality controls
• Liaise with external distribution services, couriers and shipping handlers
• Ability to interpret packing slips, receipts, invoices etc
• Must be able to fill out various forms that are used and required by the major freight carriers
• Must be familiar with proper packaging methods and able to interpret written guides used to convey specific packaging requirements.
• Must be familiar operator with material handling equipment – pallet trucks etc
• Assist with and undertake any Operative duties as deemed necessary from time to time due to business demands
• Assist in Quality Control
• Database entry of information

• Able to read and write English, and use simple math
• Follow verbal and written instructions
• Good understanding of all production / distribution working practices
• Keen attention to detail
• Problem solving
• Good customer relations
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• able to use a personal computer and have basic IT skills
• Ability to work safely and adhere to safety guidelines in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to perform repetitive manual tasks
• Ability to work independently or collaborate in a group environment
• Ability to be flexible/multi-task based on workflow demands
• Ability to meet and maintain quality standards
• Ability to maintain reasonably reliable attendance

Qualifications

• 6 months of manufacturing / warehouse related experience
• Good understanding of all distribution practices, export requirements, etc

• Minimum of a high school education School Leaver - Maths & English

• Ability to lift/carry in full range of motion up to 20kgs during the assigned shift – up to 15kgs frequently and up to 20kgs occasionally
• Ability to walk and stand as needed
• Ability to grip/grasp as needed
• Ability to push/pull in a warehouse environment up to 30kgs force to pull/push as needed
• Ability to bend, squat/kneel, twist/turn, climb, crawl, reach above shoulder, and type/keyboard frequently
• Ability to work flexibly which could include nights and weekends
• Ability to travel as needed
• Exposure to wide range of temperatures

Additional Information

• Training Opportunities
• Free onsite parking
• Free Hot drinks
• Service Awards